Tom Holland to Star in Christopher Nolan’s New Universal Film Alongside Matt Damon

In a significant development in the film industry, Tom Holland has been cast in Christopher Nolan‘s upcoming untitled project, which is set to be released by Universal Pictures on July 17, 2026. This film will mark another collaboration between Nolan and Universal, following the monumental success of Nolan’s recent biopic, “Oppenheimer,” which became the highest-grossing biopic in box office history and the first Best Picture winner to gross over $500 million worldwide in 20 years..

Tom Holland will star alongside Matt Damon in this highly anticipated film, which will have an IMAX release. This project is part of a busy schedule for Holland, who is also set to reprise his role as Peter Parker in the fourth “Spider-Man” movie for Sony Pictures and Marvel Studios, as well as appear in the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday,” scheduled to begin production in London next year.

Christopher Nolan, known for his complex and critically acclaimed films, is writing and directing the new movie. Nolan’s decision to work with Universal again comes after his public split with longtime studio partner Warner Bros. The success of “Oppenheimer” has solidified the partnership between Nolan’s production company, Syncopy, and Universal.

The details of the plot and the genre of the film remain under wraps, but given Nolan’s track record, it is expected to be a significant event in the cinematic calendar. The film’s release date aligns with Nolan’s traditional summer blockbuster schedule, which has been successful in the past.

This casting move is seen as a strategic step for Tom Holland, who is attempting to diversify his roles beyond his iconic portrayal of Spider-Man. Holland has already shown his range in films like “Cherry,” “The Devil All The Time,” and “Chaos Walking,” and this collaboration with Nolan is expected to further cement his status as a versatile actor.